Description
Delightful Madeline Cookies with a Creamy Twist are a French-inspired treat known for their iconic shell shape and soft, cake-like texture. Adding cream to the batter elevates these cookies, making them irresistibly moist, rich, and flavorful. Perfect for tea time, dessert tables, or gifting, these cookies are simple yet elegant. With fruity or seasonal variations, you can customize them to suit any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour
- ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, divided
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 large eggs , at room temperature
- 2 teaspoons finely grated orange zest (or lemon zest for variation)
- 1 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream (or more, depending on desired richness)
- Optional: 2 cups white chocolate chips or glaze for decoration
Instructions
- Prepare the Batter :
- Melt ¼ cup of butter and let it cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and sugar for about 10 minutes until thick, pale, and fluffy.
- Add orange zest , almond extract , and heavy cream to the egg mixture. Mix well.
- Gently fold in the melted butter.
- Combine Dry Ingredients :
- In a separate bowl, sift together flour , baking powder , and salt .
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in three parts, folding gently to avoid overmixing.
- Rest the Batter :
- Cover the batter and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour . This step is crucial for achieving the perfect texture.
- Preheat and Prepare :
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) .
- Grease and lightly flour your Madeleine pan or chill it for 10 minutes to prevent sticking.
- Bake the Madeleines :
- Spoon the batter into the molds, filling each cavity about ¾ full .
- Bake for 9–11 minutes , or until the edges are golden brown and the tops spring back when touched.
- Cool and Serve :
- Let the cookies cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
- Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with white chocolate glaze if desired.
Notes
- Chilling the batter is essential forA better texture and helps prevent spreading during baking.
- Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the cookies light and airy.
- For a fruity twist, add raspberry puree or lemon zest to the batter.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 20MIN
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approx. 15g)
- Calories: 70 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 4GR
- Saturated Fat: 2.5MG
- Unsaturated Fat: 1GR
- Trans Fat: 0GR
- Carbohydrates: 8GR
- Fiber: 0GR
- Protein: 1GR
- Cholesterol: 15MG
Keywords: Madeleine Cookies, Creamy Madeleines, French Desserts, Tea-Time Treats